In this episode of Mad Valid Podcast (MVP), host Reyna Erika catches up with Nicholas Ryan Gant—the voice and talent behind the MVP theme music. 🎙️✨
Nicholas opens up about finding joy in the little things—whether it’s roller skating, stepping outside, or rocking a vintage fit—and why celebrating small wins can keep you grounded in a chaotic world. From creating music to teaching the next generation, Nicholas reminds us that joy is resistance and that “everybody ain’t gonna do what you gonna do”—so you might as well do it boldly. 💥
About Nicholas Ryan Gant:
Nicholas Ryan Gant (NRG) is a New York-based singer, songwriter, and educator whose dynamic vocals and soulful sound have made him a sought-after performer and vocal coach worldwide. A classically trained opera singer with a degree from Howard University and a Master’s in Music Education from Hunter College, Nicholas brings creativity and passion into classrooms and concert stages alike. As a music teacher in NYC schools, he connects music to real life, showing students how rhythm and harmony echo far beyond the classroom walls.
Nicholas has worked with icons like Mariah Carey, Jon Batiste, Childish Gambino, and Michael McDonald, blending genres and pushing boundaries in every performance. Offstage, his love for vintage fashion inspired SAINT NICHOLAS VINTAGE, his online store dedicated to timeless urban looks.
When he’s not singing, teaching, or thrifting, Nicholas serves as Vice President of the Board of Directors for Decolonizing the Music Room, amplifying diverse voices in music education.
Connect with Nicholas:
Instagram: @ghettofalsetto
Music: Ghettofalsetto.bandcamp.com
Website: NicholasRyanGant.nyc
Hosted by: Reyna Erika
Produced by: Brisa Areli Muñoz
Design & Editing by: Andrea Negrete
Music by: Nicholas Ryan Gant @ghettofalsetto
Instagram: @madvalidpodcast
Email: madvalidpodcast@gmail.com
